Latest Short Dramas

Mother-in-Law’s Chive Dumplings is a 77-episode Chinese family ethics short drama. It follows Ye Mian, a pregnant woman with a severe chive allergy, whose mother-in-law Liu Fengying ignores her condition and feeds her chive dumplings. After a severe allergic reaction endangers her baby, Ye Mian’s husband He Fan finally stands up for his family. The story explores family boundaries, medical neglect, and a rational fight for justice. This vertical drama suits viewers who enjoy intense family conflicts and emotional storylines.

This 65-episode Chinese family ethics short drama follows engineer Zhou Ming, who hands his entire monthly salary of 42,000 yuan to his mother, leaving his wife Ye Shu with only 200 yuan for living expenses. After three years, Ye Shu is diagnosed with stomach ulcers due to malnutrition. The truth emerges: over 1.5 million yuan was transferred by the mother to her daughter and son-in-law. Zhou Ming transforms from a mama’s boy to a supportive husband, changing his salary card, learning to cook, and suing to recover the money. The couple moves from the brink of divorce to fighting together, ultimately distinguishing gratitude from debt and saving their marriage. This drama suits viewers who enjoy intense family conflicts, emotional redemption arcs, and realistic portrayals of marital and in-law dynamics.

Freedom Lives Long (自由万岁) is a 71-episode Chinese urban romance short drama. It follows Shen Zhiyi, who publicly calls off her engagement to Lu Siyan at a birthday banquet, accusing his family of controlling her. She chooses Zhou Ran, a small repair shop owner, and tries to build an independent life. The story explores themes of freedom, dignity, and self-reliance. This guide covers the episode timeline, main cast, and ending details.

Sink Into Three Years: The Family Heirloom Under the Old Locust Tree is a 53-episode Chinese vertical drama (also known as a short drama) that centers on Lin Xia, a younger daughter-in-law who receives only a rundown house and a smelly pickled vegetable jar from her dying mother-in-law. Forced to swear an oath to bury the jar three meters deep under the old locust tree and not open it for three years, Lin Xia endures humiliation from her elder brother’s family and a financial crisis when her husband breaks his leg. The story follows her unwavering integrity and hard work as she honors the promise, leading to a rewarding revelation when the jar is finally unearthed. This drama suits viewers who enjoy family conflicts, moral dilemmas, and slow-burn payoffs in a compact serialized format.

Reborn, Who Still Pretends to Be Rich? Season 9 (都重生了，谁还装富二代啊第九季) is a 99-episode Chinese vertical short drama in the comeback/revenge genre. It follows Lu Chuan, a man reborn into his past, who navigates a high-stakes cross-border business war. After a life of pretending to be rich, he now uses his foresight to outmaneuver powerful enemies. The season takes him from a deadly power struggle in Camel Country to a royal conspiracy in Windmill Country, while his friend Han Dong fights his own billionaire father back home. This season is perfect for fans of fast-paced, plot-twist-driven short dramas with themes of rebirth, revenge, and strategic power plays.

Pretending to Be Coquettish on the Moon Season 4 (假装在月亮心口撒个娇第四季) is a completed Chinese vertical short drama in the youth sweet romance genre, with 107 episodes. The story follows Zhou Suisui, a woman reborn who returns to settle old scores, only to accidentally provoke her brother’s archenemy Jiang Zongyan. What starts as a playful tease turns into genuine affection as Jiang falls deeply for her, leading to a cautious secret relationship. Meanwhile, a shocking revelation emerges: Zhou Sui’an has a four-year-old daughter named Fu Xiaonian, whose mother is top actress Fu Niansheng. This season is perfect for fans of fast-paced romance, rebirth plots, and family secrets in bite-sized episodes.

Suona Cultivation, One Tune Blasts the Cultivation World (Season 5) is a completed Chinese vertical short drama in the fantasy/xianxia subgenre. It follows Yun Qiqi, a transmigrator who chooses the path of sound cultivation, using a suona as her life-bound instrument to carve a unique way through a world obsessed with traditional swordplay. This season consists of 128 episodes, wrapping up the story arc. Perfect for fans of lighthearted cultivation stories, quirky protagonists, and vertical drama binge-watching.

Flash Marriage, She’s Too Sweet (闪婚，她甜的过头) is a completed Chinese urban romance short drama with 78 episodes. The story follows Yu Yan, who, after being betrayed by her boyfriend and discovering she is pregnant, marries the child’s father, Qin Yuchen, a seemingly ordinary driver. As they navigate their sudden marriage, Yu Yan gradually uncovers Qin Yuchen’s gentle nature beneath his cold exterior—until she realizes he might be the powerful head of the Qin family in Jiangcheng. This guide covers the episode count, main cast, and the known story timeline, perfect for viewers seeking a concise overview before watching.

The Kind Neighbor (好心邻居：熬百碗粥只为抓替身) is a completed 60-episode Chinese suspense short drama. It follows a lone resident in an old neighborhood who receives eight-treasure porridge from an upstairs neighbor for 120 days. The story turns dark when a cloth pouch with the resident’s name and birth date is found in a blocked drain, leading police to discover the neighbor’s missing daughter hidden in a wardrobe. The drama suits viewers who enjoy slow-burn mystery, neighborhood secrets, and twist-driven vertical drama storytelling.

Qianshan Muxue (千山慕雪) is a completed Chinese urban romance short drama consisting of 80 episodes. It stars Wang Qianshuo and Peng Qianling in the lead roles. The story follows the romantic journey of the main characters through the complexities of modern city life, blending emotional twists with heartfelt moments. This vertical drama is ideal for viewers who enjoy fast-paced, emotionally charged romance narratives with a satisfying conclusion.

外来媳妇专治各种不服第二季 (Season 2) is a completed Chinese family ethics short drama with 63 episodes. The story follows Zhao Xiulian, a bride who moves to a simple Li family village, where she uses her wisdom to resolve neighborly disputes over land, drainage, and finances. With a cast including 魏家乐, 蔡钰伦, and others, this vertical drama appeals to fans of realistic family and community storytelling. This guide covers the plot timeline, cast, and key facts based on verified sources.

Myriad Demons Record Season 11 (万妖图录传第十一季) is a completed Chinese fantasy short drama with 164 episodes. The story follows Jiang Yuechu, a young woman who wakes up in the Tang Dynasty as a girl in a world where demons roam and immortals have vanished. Using a magical scroll that can capture demons’ forms and powers, she battles creatures and grows stronger, gradually uncovering the mysteries of this world. This vertical drama suits fans of xuanhuan (fantasy) tales, female-led adventures, and fast-paced short-form storytelling.